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CE08 AZA

2008 BMW 525

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,992 mi
Last recorded80,992 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 AZA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 80,992 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 74,348 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Child seat fitted not allowing the full inspection of an adult seatbelt

Pass 16 May 2015 70,023 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 May 2014 66,396 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 61,667 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 60,529 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tyres have uneven wear on inner edges

Pass 27 Feb 2013 60,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tyres have uneven wear on inner edges

Pass 28 Feb 2012 50,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 40,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 40,833 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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CE08 AZA is a 2008 BMW 525 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 98,883 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE08 AZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE08 AZA registered?

CE08 AZA is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is CE08 AZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 AZA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE08 AZA have outstanding finance?

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